Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Archives - UGA Pharmacy Online Magazine

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” The UGA College of Pharmacy actively seeks to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels, including recruitment, retention, education, and community service and outreach. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identification, veteran status, or disability will never be tolerated.

In the stories featured under the heading of this critical strategic direction, you will discover how we are looking through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion so that we can build, promote, and maintain a supportive, inclusive, and connected community.

Robie Lecture Slated For February 10

Salute to National Hispanic Pharmacists Association and Hispanic Heritage

Following National Hispanic Heritage Month, the College of Pharmacy is proud to salute our student chapter of the National Hispanic Pharmacists Association (NHPA).

UGA SNPhA Chapter to Host Regional Conference

UGA’s College of Pharmacy’s chapter of the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) will host the 2022 Regional Conference, which will be held February 25th through the 27th at the Westin Buckhead in Atlanta.

2021 Dean Stuart Feldman Summer Science Institute is Virtual

By Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott, Director of Diversity Programs and Academic Support

This year’s Dean Stuart Feldman Summer Science Institute may be virtual, but the program, now in its 11^th year, will be no less meaningful for the scores of high school students from around the state who will attend.

College of Pharmacy 60 at 60

In honor of the 60th anniversary of desegregation at the University of Georgia in 2021, the College of Pharmacy was honored to spotlight 60 alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends who have advocated for a more equitable and inclusive society.

CoP Launches Inaugural William T. Robie III Lecture & Award

By Lee Snelling, Senior Director of Development and Alumni Relations

In 1970, William Robie III became the first African-American student to graduate from the College of Pharmacy.

CoP’s Response to Social Unrest

“We believe we must respond timely and appropriately to social justice issues, current events, and other concerns that adversely affect our community and society.”

Highlighting Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Faculty and Staff

This past May, UGA’s College of Pharmacy recognized National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Dr. May Xiong, Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences, shared the poignant story of her Hmong heritage in the College’s marketing materials and social media. Here is her story, along with the perspectives of fellow colleagues.